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Cherry blossom at Hirosaki castle in Japan [Photo/IC]; The book cover of The Chrysanthemum and the Sword [File photo] |
4. Destination: Japan
Recommended book: The Chrysanthemum and the Sword, 1986, by Ruth Benedict
The chrysanthemum is in the heraldry of the Japanese imperial family, and the sword is a symbol of Japanese warrior culture. The book is regarded as an introduction to Japanology, and a must-read classic to get to know Japan, with its deep analysis of Japanese cultural tradition and national characteristics.
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